contest
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The contest became the most expensive council race this year, nearly breaking $2 million in contributions.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026
The former housing secretary has not declared that she would stand in any Labour leadership contest but she is now using her freedom to push publicly for policy changes.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
Forty-eight teams will contest the tournament, which will be played out in 104 matches across three countries over 39 days, including the co-hosts - Canada, Mexico and the United States - plus holders Argentina.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
The contest offers voters two starkly different politicians.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
"Did you come up with a flavor for the contest?"
From "Scream for Ice Cream: Nancy Drew and the Clue Crew, #2" by Carolyn Keene
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